NUR 265 Exam 1 (latest Update Fall
2025/2026) Questions and Answers 100%
Correct -Galen College of Nursing
How do you determine the mean arterial pressure (MAP)? - correct answer Systolic +
(Diastolic*2) /3
What is the MAP needed to perfuse the kidneys? - correct answer 65 mmHg
What are examples of nephrotoxic drugs? - correct answer -NSAIDS
-Metformin
-Diuretics
-Antibiotics (especially -mycin)
-Contrast dye
During the diuretic phase of AKI, what needs to be monitored? - correct answer
Watch for dehydration and make sure output is greater than input
What are the dietary restrictions for an AKI patient? - correct answer -Low protein
-Low sodium
-Fluid restriction: 1000-1500mL day (for anything except perfusion problem)
What are the 2 most common causes of CKD? - correct answer -HTN
-Uncontrolled diabetes
What is azotemia? - correct answer Nitrogenous waste build up
, NUR 265 Exam 1 (latest Update Fall
2025/2026) Questions and Answers 100%
Correct -Galen College of Nursing
What are manifestations of uremia? - correct answer •Metallic taste in mouth
•Anorexia
•Nausea/vomiting
•Muscle cramps
•Uremic frost on skin
•Itching
•Fatigue and lethargy
•Hiccups
•Edema
•Dyspnea
•Paresthesia's
What effects can CKD have on the cardiac system - correct answer -HTN
-Heart failure (major problem. Call the doctor)
-Pericarditis
What effects can CKD have on the Integumentary system - correct answer -Uremic
frost
What are the dietary restrictions on CKD? - correct answer -Protein (restrict early in
disease process to preserve kidney function)
, NUR 265 Exam 1 (latest Update Fall
2025/2026) Questions and Answers 100%
Correct -Galen College of Nursing
-Potassium
-Fluid
-Sodium
Describe hemodialysis - correct answer -3x a week- 4-5 hours
-At risk for bleeding do to heparin
-Extremely fatigued post.
-Vitals and weight before and after
-Slight fever post is normal. Monitor.
Describe peritoneal dialysis - correct answer -Sterile procedure at home where
catheter is placed into the abdomen
-Wear a mask
-Solution may be warmed using a heating bag or blanket, not microwave!
-Make sure patient turns and repositions to mix solution in the cavity
Describe nursing care for an AV fistula. - correct answer -Palpate and auscultate-
bruit and thrill
-Distal pulses
-ROM- helps form the fistula
-Monitor for infection
-No heavy lifting or carrying
2025/2026) Questions and Answers 100%
Correct -Galen College of Nursing
How do you determine the mean arterial pressure (MAP)? - correct answer Systolic +
(Diastolic*2) /3
What is the MAP needed to perfuse the kidneys? - correct answer 65 mmHg
What are examples of nephrotoxic drugs? - correct answer -NSAIDS
-Metformin
-Diuretics
-Antibiotics (especially -mycin)
-Contrast dye
During the diuretic phase of AKI, what needs to be monitored? - correct answer
Watch for dehydration and make sure output is greater than input
What are the dietary restrictions for an AKI patient? - correct answer -Low protein
-Low sodium
-Fluid restriction: 1000-1500mL day (for anything except perfusion problem)
What are the 2 most common causes of CKD? - correct answer -HTN
-Uncontrolled diabetes
What is azotemia? - correct answer Nitrogenous waste build up
, NUR 265 Exam 1 (latest Update Fall
2025/2026) Questions and Answers 100%
Correct -Galen College of Nursing
What are manifestations of uremia? - correct answer •Metallic taste in mouth
•Anorexia
•Nausea/vomiting
•Muscle cramps
•Uremic frost on skin
•Itching
•Fatigue and lethargy
•Hiccups
•Edema
•Dyspnea
•Paresthesia's
What effects can CKD have on the cardiac system - correct answer -HTN
-Heart failure (major problem. Call the doctor)
-Pericarditis
What effects can CKD have on the Integumentary system - correct answer -Uremic
frost
What are the dietary restrictions on CKD? - correct answer -Protein (restrict early in
disease process to preserve kidney function)
, NUR 265 Exam 1 (latest Update Fall
2025/2026) Questions and Answers 100%
Correct -Galen College of Nursing
-Potassium
-Fluid
-Sodium
Describe hemodialysis - correct answer -3x a week- 4-5 hours
-At risk for bleeding do to heparin
-Extremely fatigued post.
-Vitals and weight before and after
-Slight fever post is normal. Monitor.
Describe peritoneal dialysis - correct answer -Sterile procedure at home where
catheter is placed into the abdomen
-Wear a mask
-Solution may be warmed using a heating bag or blanket, not microwave!
-Make sure patient turns and repositions to mix solution in the cavity
Describe nursing care for an AV fistula. - correct answer -Palpate and auscultate-
bruit and thrill
-Distal pulses
-ROM- helps form the fistula
-Monitor for infection
-No heavy lifting or carrying
